Day Wise Itinerary

When it comes to superlatives, Australia simply has no equals. On this ancient and spectacular continent, you can dive among the dazzling marine life of the world’s largest coral reef, explore its oldest living rainforests and most sacred rock formations, marvel at some of its rarest and most extraordinary animals, and engage with the descendants of its longest surviving culture.

Here is how you will spend your time

Day 1

Day 1: Arrival At Melbourne - Check-in

Arrive at Melbourne Tullamarine Airport within 20:00 hrs and transfer to hotel (Extra Private Surcharge apply for late night arrivals). Check-in (Early Check-in is Not Guaranteed). Rest of the day is free for you to explore Melbourne on your own. Overnight stay at hotel.

Day 3: Full Day Great Ocean Road Tour

This 1 Day Great Ocean Road Day Tour is one of Melbourne’s most popular tours. On the spectacular Great Ocean Road Tour experience a breathtaking coastline with pristine beaches, rainforests and charming seaside towns and of course the 12 Apostles. Leaving Melbourne we head first to one of the Great Ocean Road's surf beaches, Urquhart Bluff, where we will have morning tea and watch some surfers catch waves at one of the Great Ocean Road’s famous surfing destinations. We visit the historic Memorial Arch to get our photo taken before passing through the quaint coastal resort towns of Lorne and Anglesea. After lunch, drive through the Otway rainforest, see the giant and uniquely famous rock stacks that are the 12 Apostles and see the rugged shipwreck coast of the Loch Ard Gorge and Gibsons Steps before returning to Melbourne!

Day 4

Day 4: Transfer From Melbourne To Gold Coast

After breakfast depart to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to catch your flights to Brisbane/Gold Coast. Arrive at Brisbane Airport within 23:30 hrs and transfer to your hotel in Gold Coast and check-in. Rest of the day is free for you to explore Gold Coast on your own.

Travel from Melbourne to Gold Coast

Fly to Gold Coast

2hrs 0min

Fly to Brisbane, train

5hrs 13min

Fly to Ballina, bus

6hrs 12min

Drive

18hrs 33min

Train, bus

26hrs 41min

Train

26hrs 59min

Day 5

Day 5: Full Day Sea World

Today after breakfast proceed for a full day tour to Sea World. Get below the surface to discover a world of fun and adventure at Sea World. Flip in and out with the dolphins; seal this new friendship with a kiss or dare to dive with the predators of the undersea! Dive into the Sea World, as you are transported to the wonderful underwater world of Bikini Bottom that comes to life right before your eyes with extravagant floats, stunning water displays and spectacular thematic boats in the world’s first SpongeBob parade! Later, sing and dance to an educational stage show, as you help Dora the Explorer and friends find each other in a delightful live show ‘Dora’s Best Friends Adventure’. Scale new heights at Castaway Bay – the World’s best adventure playground. Enter the amazing frozen world of Penguin Encounter, home to the King Penguin. Be enchanted by the charm and beauty of the iconic Sea World dolphins in their new show ‘Imagine’ while the clever and hilarious Sea Lions will have you in stitches in their new show ‘Fish Detectives’. With a host of exciting rides, shows and attractions, Sea World offers a complete day of fun. Return back to your hotel in the evening for overnight stay.

Day 6

Day 6: Full Day Movie World

Today after breakfast proceed for a full day tour to Movie World. Experience the magic and excitement of a world where everyone’s a star at Warner Bros- Movie World! Experience the fun and thrill of a galactic proportion as you take on the steepest drop in the world. The amazing new Green Lantern Rollercoaster ride is in a league of its own! While you’re here, get lost in a world of fantasy and fun, meet your favourite stars and super-heroes and experience the exhilaration of world-class adventure rides and movie attractions including the awesome Batwing Spaceshot and the adrenalin pumping Superman Escape. Kids will love the colourful Kids’ WB! Fun Zone takes you into a magical cartoon world for the young and for the young at heart! Other not-to-miss attractions include, the multi-million dollar live action stunt show ‘Hollywood Stunt Driver’, presented by Castrol Edge and the spectacular Star Parade. Overnight stay at hotel.

Day 7

Day 7: Transfer From Gold Coast To Cairns

After a sumptuous breakfast at hotel, check out of the hotel and board your coach for your transfer to Brisbane airport. Board your flight for Cairns. On arrival in Cairns, board your coach for your transfer to your hotel. Check in to the hotel. Rest of the day is free for you to explore Cairns on your own.

Travel from Gold Coast to Cairns

Fly from Gold Coast

2hrs 30min

Bus to Brisbane, fly

5hrs 29min

Drive

23hrs 24min

Train

26hrs 8min

Taxi, bus

29hrs 53min

Bus

30hrs 58min

Day 8

Day 8: Big Cat Green Island Cruise

Morning Breakfast at Hotel. Pick up from Hotel to Reef Terminal for Full Day Green Island Cruise modern air-conditioned catamaran. Australia’s Great Barrier Reef where you spend 4 hours viewing the coral reef and fish life, relaxing on the white sandy beach and exploring the walking tracks that lead through the National Park. Underwater reef viewing in a semi-submarine, Choice of a glass bottom boat tour or the use of snorkelling gear for the day (both options available at extra cost). (Snorkelling gear deposit required). Return back to Hotel by 6 pm. Overnight at Cairns.

Day 9

Day 9: Cairns Skyrail + Rainforest Tour

After Breakfast at Hotel. Transfer to Smithfield Terminal to board the Skyrail Rainforest Cableway at the scheduled time advised by the driver and glide above the rainforest canopy to Kuranda. Enjoy free time in Kuranda Village including the Heritage Markets visit The Australian Butterfly Sanctuary or Kuranda Koala Gardens (own expense). Board the coach for transfer to Rainforestation. Try an amphibious Army Duck ride before visiting the Koala and Wildlife Park. At 3.30pm board the Kuranda Scenic Railway for the journey to Cairns (optional), and enjoy spectacular views and Stop at Barron Gorge to view the falls before arriving at Freshwater Station. Return back to your hotel for overnight stay.

Day 10

Day 10: Transfer From Cairns To Sydney

After breakfast depart for Cairns Airport and transfer for your onward flight. Arrive at Sydney Airport within 20:00 hrs and transfer to your hotel. Check-in and rest of the day is free for you to explore Sydney on your own.

Travel from Cairns to Sydney

Fly

2hrs 55min

Drive

29hrs 44min

Train

39hrs 19min

Bus Premierms

46hrs 40min

Day 11

Day 11: Sydney City Tour + Wildlife And Sealife Aquarium

Morning Breakfast at Hotel. Pick up from Hotel or nearby Point for Seat In Coach Half Day Sydney City Tour - Manly view Darling Harbour, Sydney Harbour Bridge, stopping at Milsons Point for spectacular views of the Opera House and Harbour Bridge. panoramic views of the Pacific Ocean. Enjoy time at Manly beach suburbs of Neutral Bay and Mosman. Tour concludes drop off at King Street Wharf . Visit Combination 2 ticket (any 2 Sydney attractions: Sea Life Sydney Aquarium, Wild Life Sydney Zoo, Madame Tussauds Sydney, Sydney Tower Eye) make your way to Hotel. Overnight at Sydney.

Day 12

Day 12: Full Day Blue Mountains Tour

Morning Breakfast at Hotel. Pick up from Hotel or nearby Point for SIC Full day tour to the Blue Mountains. Enjoy a stop at Echo Point to view famous three Sisters rock. Arrive at Scenic World rides - Scenic Railway, Cableway or Skyway. Arrive at Leura village for lunch (own expense) then enjoy some free time at Leura. Afternoon encounter at Featherdale Wildlife Park and have your photo taken with a cuddly koala, see kangaroos, wombats, dingoes and little penguins. Travel back to Sydney at approximately 6.00pm. Overnight at Sydney Hotel.

Day 13

Day 13: Departure From Sydney

After breakfast check out of hotel and you will be transferred to Sydney Airport for your return flight back home.